Here are 10 amazing facts about us
With a rich heritage of 146 years, Eu Yan Sang is one of the largest Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) groups in Asia. Our focus has always been on providing Chinese medicine, herbs and products of the finest quality in the most accessible way to customers. Generations of customers have enjoyed the benefits of our products ranging from dietary supplements, health foods, beverages, packaged tonic soups to personal care products.
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For 146 years, Eu Yan Sang has been dedicated to improving lives through the art and science of traditional Chinese medicine, blending time-honoured herbal wisdom with modern wellness standards.
Acquired by Rohto Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd and Mitsui & Co., Ltd.
Eu Yan Sang has furthered its ESG efforts by installing a solar photovoltaic system on our office building rooftop at 21 Tai Seng Drive, Singapore.
Global trading and investment company Mitsui & Co., Ltd. has joined forces with Eu Yan Sang as a partner in a fund managed by Tower Capital Asia. This collaboration aligns perfectly with Eu Yan Sang's commitment to providing evidence-based scientific solutions. Mitsui's expertise aligns with our scientific approach to quality control, ensuring we can continue delivering high-quality, innovative, and effective products to our customers.
Eu Yan Sang launched “One Wellness Medical”, a new integrative clinic concept that leverages an east-meets-west approach to deliver better patient outcomes.
On July 1st, Mr. Dominic Wong took over as Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO), of Eu Yan Sang International Ltd., succeeding Mr. Aaron Boey who retired.
Eu Yan Sang partnered with three leading Hong Kong healthcare institutions – the Integrative Medical Centre, the Centre for Clinical Trials on Chinese Medicine, and the State Key Laboratory of Research on Bioactivities & Clinical Applications on Medicinal Plants – to launch an initiative providing a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) immunity-boosting product called "Co Immunity Soup"(Co免疫汤) to frontline medical workers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Eu Yan Sang expanded into Travel Retail and International Markets, making our products accessible to a wider global audience.
Our long-serving Group CEO, Mr. Richard Eu, stepped down on October 1st. He was succeeded by Mr. Aaron Boey. Mr. Richard Eu remains involved, taking on the role of Chairman of Eu Yan Sang International Ltd. on the same date.
In January, Eu Yan Sang announced a strategic alliance with Hcare Investments Holding Limited. This partnership involves an infusion of capital and valuable management expertise to establish a scalable Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) business in China.
Eu Yan Sang International Ltd. delisted from the Singapore Exchange on October 7, as part of a strategic move to embark on a new phase of growth. The company will operate under Righteous Crane Holding Pte Ltd., established through a collaboration between the Eu family, Tower Capital Asia, and Temasek Holdings.
Relocation of Eu Yan Sang Headquarters to Tai Seng Drive, with all companies operating in Singapore integrated under one roof.
Eu Yan Sang acquired a portion of Healthzone Ltd. to form Healthy Life Group Pty Ltd. This acquisition enables the Group to realize its vision of becoming a truly global integrative healthcare and wellness company.
Eu Yan Sang launched its first retail museum concept store in China, Guangzhou, specifically in Foshan, the birthplace of our founder, Eu Kong.
Eu Yan Sang established a Scientific Advisory Board to provide specialized expertise in scientific and technological advancements relevant to the company's growth.
Partnering with Nanyang Polytechnic, we've pioneered a method for removing impurities from herbal products called Zerotox®. This breakthrough significantly advances our ongoing commitment to enhancing and ensuring the long-term safety and effectiveness of our products.
Together with Nanyang Polytechnic, we set up Singapore’s first Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) laboratory to boost local Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) research.
Eu Yan Sang launched the Good Agronomic Practices for Herbs (EYSGAP-Herbs) Certification Scheme, supported and authenticated by ATP, a subsidiary of AVA in Singapore. This scheme guarantees the safety and authenticity of TCM products throughout the supply chain.
In collaboration with KOOPrime Pte Ltd, Eu Yan Sang developed iGATES (Integrated Good Agronomic Practice for Traditional Chinese Medicine Electronic System), the world's first online portal dedicated to TCM herbs. iGATES automates and integrates high-quality safety assurance processes throughout the entire TCM herb value chain. This innovative project received funding from The Enterprise Challenge, an initiative under the Prime Minister's Office of Singapore that promotes public service innovation.
Eu Yan Sang collaborated with Nestle to develop "Yang Sheng Le", a new range of ready-to-use herbal soup concentrates. This innovative product caters to busy consumers seeking convenient ways to incorporate traditional herbal benefits into their diet. This collaboration marks a new era in functional foods, where herbs are used to enhance the functionality of food for convenient consumption.
Eu Yan Sang introduced the first Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Integrative Medical Centre in Hong Kong SAR. This centre combines the best practices of Eastern and Western medicine to provide patients with a holistic range of preventive and treatment services.
Recognized as a “Caring Company” by the Hong Kong Council of Social Service.
Eu Yan Sang has been recognized by Forbes Asia as one of the top 200 "Best Under a Billion" companies in the Asia Pacific region. This prestigious accolade acknowledges companies demonstrating consistent sales growth, robust financial performance (return on equity and earnings), and a commitment to sustainable growth (minimum five-year return on capital).
We officially opened its doors to the Eu Yan Sang Centre, a sprawling 130,000-square-foot facility in Yuen Long, Hong Kong SAR. This cutting-edge center represents a significant investment exceeding HK$110 million and serves as a hub for manufacturing, research and development, quality assurance, and global logistics operations.
We secured a significant partnership with the Ginseng Board of Wisconsin, USA. This agreement grants Eu Yan Sang exclusive rights to distribute the Board's premium ginseng worldwide.
Eu Yan Sang Health Cite has opened its doors in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. This comprehensive wellness and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) retail store offers a unique experience, encompassing fine herbal dining, TCM treatment services, and foot reflexology services.
To ensure high standards of care in developing Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Integrative Medicine services across the organization, we established a Medical Board comprised of Western-trained medical specialists and TCM physicians. This board plays a crucial role in overseeing our clinical service development.
Eu Yan Sang Hong Kong has partnered with the Chinese University of Hong Kong（CUHK）to ramp up production of Kang Du Bu Fei Pills, an antiviral formula designed to help prevent Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) infections.
In a three-year collaboration, the Innovation and Technology Fund (IT Fund), the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK), and Eu Yan Sang (Hong Kong) Limited joined forces to explore the pharmacological mechanisms behind Bak Foong Pills (BFP), a well-established healthcare product with a century-old traditional formula. Their research confirmed BFP's benefits in seven crucial areas and even led to the development of Menoease Pills, specifically formulated to aid menstrual and menopausal symptoms for elderly women.
In July and December, Eu Yan Sang launched its first Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) clinics in Malaysia and Singapore, respectively. These clinics offer a variety of TCM consultations and treatments.
Eu Yan Sang International Limited achieved a major milestone with its public listing on the SGX mainboard.
With approval secured to sell our flagship products, Bak Foong Pills (for women's wellness) and Bo Ying Compound (for infants' wellness), in China, we expanded our product distribution network to major children's hospitals, later extending it to various provinces.
Eu Yan Sang International Holdings has acquired Eu Yan Sang Hong Kong, consolidating our operations in Hong Kong SAR, Malaysia, and Singapore into a single entity. This unification leverages our shared shareholders and management across these regions, laying the foundation for our upcoming expansion initiatives in Hong Kong SAR.
Mr. Richard Eu led a successful buyout of the pharmaceutical arm of Eu Yan Sang from Lum Chang, establishing Eu Yan Sang International Holdings.
Eu Yan Sang Hong Kong listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.
Expanding product offerings, American Ginseng Tea was introduced – a modern and convenient way to enjoy the benefits of traditional Chinese medicine. This innovative product eliminates the need for lengthy brewing.
Mr. Richard Eu, great-grandson of Eu Kong, joins the business, Eu Yan Sang Holdings.
Weng Li Sdn Bhd, our manufacturing subsidiary in Malaysia, was established.
Eu Yan Sang Holdings was listed on the Singapore Stock Exchange and incorporates both Malaysia and Singapore operations.
Eu Yan Sang's operations in Malaysia and Singapore transitioned from sole proprietorship to becoming a limited company.s in Malaysia and Singapore are converted from proprietorship to limited company status.
Eu Tong Sen passes away. Eu Yan Sang’s business was handled by administrators.
Eu Tong Sen moves his headquarters to Singapore and attached the family name “Eu” to the medical business.
Eu Yan Sang’s Hong Kong branch established, it’s first overseas venture.
Yan Sang branches out to other parts of Malaysia.
Eu Kong passes away. Eu Tong Sen inherits the business from his father. By the end of the decade, he opens a second shop in Kampar.
By 1889, Yan Sang had expanded its offerings beyond groceries and medicine, becoming more than just a shop. Recognizing the need, it began facilitating remittance services for coolie workers. Eu Kong's vision extended beyond commerce. He actively sought to improve the coolies' physical health through Yan Sang's high-quality medical products.
On 23rd Jul 1879, Eu Kong opened the first shop named Yan Sang. It was a former opium den that Eu Kong bought over and converted into the Yan Sang shop.
Our founder, Eu Kong, left his ancestral hometown of Foshan in Guangdong, southern China, and sets out for Malaya.
